DGmark Agency Predicts SEO Will Become ‘Zero-Click First’ by 2026 — Releases New Optimization Framework
DGmark Agency forecasts the rise of zero-click search by 2026 and launches a new SEO optimization framework tailored to snippets, SERP features and AI-powered search responses.
- (1888PressRelease) November 28, 2025 - DGmark Agency https://dgmarkagency.com/ has predicted that SEO will transition into a ‘Zero-Click First’ ecosystem by 2026, as Google, Bing, and AI-powered search systems increasingly provide direct answers on the search page - reducing the number of users who click through to websites. In response to this shift, the agency has launched a Zero-Click SEO Optimization Framework, aimed at helping brands achieve visibility, traffic, and conversions even when users do not click website links. The prediction is based on DGmark’s analysis of over 10,000 keywords across 30 industries, studying SERP changes, search-intent patterns, and the influence of generative AI on user behaviour.
The Future of Search: Results Without Clicks
Research from DGmark highlights that:
61% of searches in India already do not result in a website click
AI answer boxes, featured snippets and local packs are absorbing majority attention
Search-screen dominance is increasing for local queries, service queries and “near-me” results
Voice search and conversational search usage is up 48% year-on-year
With Google’s Search Generative Experience (SGE) rollout and AI answers becoming mainstream, the agency expects Zero-Click Search to become the primary search behaviour for users by 2026.
What the Zero-Click SEO Optimization Framework Includes
DGmark’s new optimization model is built to help brands win visibility without relying solely on conventional blue-link rankings.
Core Components of the Framework
Snippet and AI answer-box targeting
Topic-cluster and entity-based content structuring
Local SERP takeover strategies
UX-driven conversion boosters for low-click traffic
First-party data and lead-magnet integration
Brand recall micro-content for search platforms
The model also introduces “Zero-Click Conversion Mapping”, enabling brands to convert users even from impressions rather than clicks - especially useful for local businesses and service brands.
Founder Insight
Commenting on the shift, Chandan Thakur, Founder of DGmark Agency, said: “SEO has moved beyond ranking for keywords. The new race is to dominate search surfaces - not just search results. Zero-click search is not a threat; it’s the next growth opportunity for brands that adapt fast.”
“Businesses that rely only on traditional SEO will gradually lose relevance. Those who optimise for answers, intent and entity authority will outperform competition in the 2025-2030 cycle.”
Case Data: Early Implementation Results
Pilot implementations across clinics, institutes and service-based businesses show:
42–64% increase in visibility through AI answer boxes & snippets
Up to 3X rise in inbound calls and WhatsApp leads without website visits
Higher brand recall and repeat search rate after Zero-Click-friendly content restructuring
The results confirm that Zero-Click SEO can contribute directly to business growth rather than just organic website traffic.
Industry Outlook
DGmark expects the SEO industry to evolve in three major directions from 2025 onwards:
Search presence over website ranking
Entity-based content models over keyword-centric content
Hyper-local and micro-intent assets dominating conversion-oriented searches
The agency believes this evolution will impact over 70% of businesses dependent on organic reach, pushing demand for Zero-Click-first SEO partners.
About DGmark Agency
DGmark Agency is a Mumbai-based digital marketing company specialising in SEO, Google Ads, social media, website development and AI-powered performance marketing. Known for data-backed innovation and high-ROI strategies, the agency serves SMEs, startups and international clients across multiple industries.
DGmark Agency - Mumbai
Email: info ( @ ) dgmarkagency dot com
Phone: +91-8104595960
Website: https://dgmarkagency.com/
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